Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving
In this study, we propose an enhanced LiDAR-based mapping and localization system that utilizes a camera-based YOLO (You Only Look Once) algorithm to detect and remove dynamic objects, such as vehicles, from the mapping process. GPS, while commonly used for localization, often fails in urban environ...
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| author | Seonghark Jeong Heeseok Shin Myeong-Jun Kim Dongwan Kang Seangwock Lee Sangki Oh |
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| description | In this study, we propose an enhanced LiDAR-based mapping and localization system that utilizes a camera-based YOLO (You Only Look Once) algorithm to detect and remove dynamic objects, such as vehicles, from the mapping process. GPS, while commonly used for localization, often fails in urban environments due to signal blockages. To address this limitation, our system integrates YOLOv4 with LiDAR, enabling the removal of dynamic objects to improve map accuracy and localization in high-traffic areas. Existing methods using LiDAR segmentation for map matching often suffer from missed detections and false positives, degrading performance. Our approach leverages YOLOv4’s robust object detection capabilities to eliminate potentially dynamic objects while retaining static environmental features, such as buildings, to enhance map accuracy and reliability. The proposed system was validated using a mid-size SUV equipped with LiDAR and camera sensors. The experimental results demonstrate significant improvements in map-matching and localization performance, particularly in urban environments. The system achieved RMSE (Root Mean Square Error) reductions compared to conventional methods, with RMSE values decreasing from 0.9870 to 0.9724 in open areas and from 1.3874 to 1.1217 in urban areas. These findings highlight the ability of the Vision + LiDAR + NDT method to enhance localization performance in both simple and complex environments. By addressing the challenges of dynamic obstacles, the proposed system effectively improves the accuracy and robustness of autonomous navigation in high-traffic settings without relying on GPS. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-b97beeda7d7f4e04bd5c4e7453254b322025-08-20T02:38:39ZengMDPI AGSensors1424-82202024-11-012423757810.3390/s24237578Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous DrivingSeonghark Jeong0Heeseok Shin1Myeong-Jun Kim2Dongwan Kang3Seangwock Lee4Sangki Oh5Propulsion Division, GM Korea Company, Incheon 21344, Republic of KoreaConvergence Major for Intelligent Drone, Sejong University, Seoul 05006, Republic of KoreaGraduate School of Automotive Mobility, Kookmin University, Seoul 02707, Republic of KoreaHanwha Aerospace, Seongnam 13488, Republic of KoreaGraduate School of Automotive Mobility, Kookmin University, Seoul 02707, Republic of KoreaDepartment of Automotive Engineering, Gyeonggi University of Science and Technology, Siheung 15073, Republic of KoreaIn this study, we propose an enhanced LiDAR-based mapping and localization system that utilizes a camera-based YOLO (You Only Look Once) algorithm to detect and remove dynamic objects, such as vehicles, from the mapping process. GPS, while commonly used for localization, often fails in urban environments due to signal blockages. To address this limitation, our system integrates YOLOv4 with LiDAR, enabling the removal of dynamic objects to improve map accuracy and localization in high-traffic areas. Existing methods using LiDAR segmentation for map matching often suffer from missed detections and false positives, degrading performance. Our approach leverages YOLOv4’s robust object detection capabilities to eliminate potentially dynamic objects while retaining static environmental features, such as buildings, to enhance map accuracy and reliability. The proposed system was validated using a mid-size SUV equipped with LiDAR and camera sensors. The experimental results demonstrate significant improvements in map-matching and localization performance, particularly in urban environments. The system achieved RMSE (Root Mean Square Error) reductions compared to conventional methods, with RMSE values decreasing from 0.9870 to 0.9724 in open areas and from 1.3874 to 1.1217 in urban areas. These findings highlight the ability of the Vision + LiDAR + NDT method to enhance localization performance in both simple and complex environments. By addressing the challenges of dynamic obstacles, the proposed system effectively improves the accuracy and robustness of autonomous navigation in high-traffic settings without relying on GPS.https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/24/23/7578LiDARNDTautonomous vehiclesemantic segmentationlocalizationmap matching |
| spellingShingle | Seonghark Jeong Heeseok Shin Myeong-Jun Kim Dongwan Kang Seangwock Lee Sangki Oh Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving Sensors LiDAR NDT autonomous vehicle semantic segmentation localization map matching |
| title | Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving |
| title_full | Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving |
| title_fullStr | Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving |
| title_full_unstemmed | Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving |
| title_short | Enhancing LiDAR Mapping with YOLO-Based Potential Dynamic Object Removal in Autonomous Driving |
| title_sort | enhancing lidar mapping with yolo based potential dynamic object removal in autonomous driving |
| topic | LiDAR NDT autonomous vehicle semantic segmentation localization map matching |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/24/23/7578 |
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